Pre-registration and Side Event Applications Open for "TechGALA Japan 2026: BEYOND" & Sponsor Menu Announcement

Pre-registration Starts We are pleased to announce the launch of a teaser site for "TechGALA Japan 2026: BEYOND," which provides an overview of the event's concept and programs ahead of its official opening. This site features the debut of TechGALA's key visual, along with its vision and a summary of the planned programs. Newsletter pre-registration is also open starting today via the teaser site. By registering, you will receive notifications for ticket sales and the latest updates on speakers and sessions. We encourage you to stay tuned for future announcements and look forward to your anticipation for the third TechGALA. ▼Official Website for TechGALA Japan 2026: BEYOND https://techgala.jp/ ▼Pre-registration Form for TechGALA Japan 2026: BEYOND https://event2026beyond.techgala.jp/users/register Side Event Applications Open TechGALA's side events allow participants to become organizers, planning a wide range of events such as networking parties, seminars, workshops, and even karaoke. We are now accepting applications for side event organizers. If you are interested, please feel free to inquire through the form below. ▼Side Event Organizer Application Form https://business.form-mailer.jp/lp/97a07a5a350604 Sponsor Menu Announcement Applications for sponsor companies who wish to partner with us in making TechGALA a success will open on July 1, 2026 (Wednesday). We offer various sponsorship plans for our corporate partners. Companies interested in sponsoring are welcome to inquire through the link below. ▼TechGALA Sponsor Inquiry https://business.form-mailer.jp/lp/6029c773349238 Ambassadors for TechGALA Japan 2026: BEYOND Announced TechGALA appoints prominent entrepreneurs, investors, and other notable figures as ambassadors to primarily assist with public relations and promotion. Currently, we have three international and five domestic ambassadors, with plans to add more. (In no particular order, titles omitted) Name Company/Affiliation Yoichi Ito Dean, Faculty of Entrepreneurship, Musashino University Rieko Komiyama Director, Study Sapuri Education AI Research Institute, Recruit Co., Ltd. Kazuya Takeda Counselor, Nagoya University, Tokai National Higher Education and Research System Chi Ko Global Strategic Partnerships Executive Director Deepak Sharma India Accelerator Co-founder and Managing Partner Madoka Sawa Representative Director, Madoka Sawa & Associates Inc. Miki Oikawa Representative Director, Toget-HER Association Farhan Firdaus Partner, Meet Ventures What is TechGALA? TechGALA is a festival of technology that pioneers the future of our planet, setting itself apart from conventional business conferences. It brings together professionals leading various fields from around the world. This global event fosters international networks through discussions on innovative technologies and societal creation. The session programs are diverse, featuring front-line experts in fields where the region excels, such as mobility, materials, space industry, and life sciences. Additionally, numerous interactive experiences are prepared, including networking and parties with participants from across the globe, hands-on experiences with the latest technologies at exhibition booths, pitch contests by emerging startups from various countries, and side events that engage the entire city. By participating in TechGALA, you will gain access to global, cutting-edge knowledge and a community that extends beyond the event. We provide a platform for continuous exchange and learning, not just a one-time experience. TechGALA is the stage where you can significantly shape the future of our planet and embark on your challenges. Event Outline Dates: December 15 (Tue) - December 17 (Thu), 2026 Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture ◎Sakae Area: December 15 (Tue), December 16 (Wed) Chunichi Hall: https://chunichi-hall.jp/ Nadia Park: https://www.nadyapark.jp/ Urbanet Nagoya Nexta Building: https://conference.nagoya-nexta.jp/ Meiji Yasuda Seimei Building: https://share.google/bHzvRxoY8aDT2Ec3o ◎Tsurumai Area: December 17 (Thu) STATION Ai: https://stationai.co.jp/ Central Japan Startup Ecosystem Consortium Executive Committee for Global Events (Chubu Economic Federation / Nagoya University / Aichi Prefecture / Nagoya City / Hamamatsu City, etc.) Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) / STATION Ai Corporation Conferences Speed Business Matching Pitch Contest Networking Receptions Exhibitions Side Events Art & Music, etc. ▼Official Website TechGALA Official Top Page https://techgala.jp/ ▼Official Social Media X https://x.com/TechGALA_Japan LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/techgala-japan Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/o6voVBouVoS5YzET/?mibextid=LQQJ4d Instagram https://www.instagram.com/techgala_japan ▼Inquiries General Inquiries for TechGALA https://business.form-mailer.jp/lp/1b4255d9349236 Sponsor Inquiries https://business.form-mailer.jp/lp/6029c773349238 Side Event Organizer Application Form https://business.form-mailer.jp/lp/97a07a5a350604 ▼Organizer Information Central Japan Startup Ecosystem Consortium A consortium formed by organizations such as the Chubu Economic Federation, Nagoya University, Aichi Prefecture, Nagoya City, and Hamamatsu City to foster the startup ecosystem in the region.